3 Ingredient Shredded Salsa Chicken Tacos

These 3-Ingredient Salsa Chicken Tacos are one of my go-to recipes for busy weeknights. With just chicken breasts, a jar of salsa, and a packet of taco seasoning, you can have tender, flavorful shredded chicken ready in about 30 minutes! It’s the perfect quick and easy dinner for those nights when you need something fast but still delicious.

I love quick and easy recipes during the week. We are so busy sports and homework, that I don’t always have time to make an elaborate meal.

That’s where these salsa chicken tacos come in! My family is obsessed with tacos…they are on my weekly meal plan. But sometimes we get tired of traditional beef tacos or chuck roast tacos, so, I like to change things up and use chicken!

If you love easy Mexican-inspired meals like this, be sure to check out my Enchilada Pasta Casserole Bake and Taco Casserole Bake – both are family favorites and perfect for busy nights! And if you’re in the mood for something light and crispy, my Mexican Tostadas are a must-try!

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Salsa Chicken Taco Ingredients

• Chicken breasts
• Salsa – I used Tostitos restaurant style salsa
• Taco seasoning mix

I was first introduced to this super easy recipe by a friend in Georgia. She would make her chicken tacos in the crock pot and let them slow cook all day. Unfortunately, I’m not always that prepared, so I make mine in a pot on the stove. They are ready in about 30 minutes and everyone loves them!

Step-By-Step

Step 1: Add Chicken to Pot

Place raw boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a medium-sized pot on the stovetop.

Step 2: Pour Salsa Over Chicken & Add Taco Seasoning Packet

Pour a jar of salsa and taco seasoning packet directly over the chicken, covering the chicken breasts evenly.

Step 3: Cover and Cook

Place a lid on the pot and allow the chicken to simmer on low to medium heat, letting it cook through while absorbing the salsa flavors.

Step 4: Shred the Chicken

Once fully cooked, use two forks to shred the tender chicken directly in the pot, mixing it with the salsa for flavorful, juicy shredded salsa chicken – perfect for tacos!

These 3-Ingredient Salsa Chicken Tacos are so incredibly delicious and full of flavor, you’ll want to make them part of your regular meal rotation! Just grab a soft flour tortilla, fill it with the tender salsa chicken, sprinkle on some shredded cheese, and top it off with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream.

Whether it’s Taco Tuesday or just a busy weeknight, these tacos are guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family!

If you’re looking for a lower-carb option, you can use this shredded salsa chicken to make taco roll-ups, just like I did here: Lettuce Taco Roll-Ups. It’s a fun, fresh way to enjoy all the taco flavors without the tortillas!

These shredded chicken salsa tacos go so good with my Cilantro Lime Rice – it’s the perfect fresh and zesty side to round out the meal. The bright lime and cilantro flavors totally balance out the savory salsa chicken, and it’s a combo my whole family can’t get enough of!